The Portugal News20 AugUS and Canada discuss tariff cuts
The United States and Canada are negotiating a trade agreement which may reduce their tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminium by half, and both countries hope this will assist in settling their recent trade dispute.
Portugal Resident20 AugMeet Tiago Macena, Portugal’s first-ever Master of Wine
Portugal has its first-ever Master of Wine after Portuguese winemaker Tiago Macena earned one of the wine industry’s most prestigious qualifications. Macena was among seven new Masters of Wine announced The post Meet Tiago Macena, Portugal’s first-ever Master of Wine appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 AugControlled and illegal burning caused majority of fires in Portugal
Controlled burning and unauthorised open-air burning were the leading causes of fires in mainland Portugal up to 15 August, followed by arson, according to the latest report from the Institute for Nature Conservation and Forests (ICNF).
Portugal Resident20 AugPortugal’s competition watchdog calls for more rail operators
Portugal’s competition watchdog has called for the country’s railway network to be opened further to competition, arguing that allowing new operators to challenge CP could ultimately mean cheaper tickets and The post Portugal’s competition watchdog calls for more rail operators appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 AugMore earthquakes recorded in the Iberian Peninsula
Granada continues to experience seismic activity, with more earthquakes recorded overnight following several days of tremors across the southern Spanish province.
Portugal Resident20 AugCascais hotel to lay off 175 workers ahead of two-year closure
The five-star Hotel Cascais Miragem is planning to lay off around 175 employees ahead of a closure lasting at least two years for extensive renovation work. The Cascais hotel has The post Cascais hotel to lay off 175 workers ahead of two-year closure appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News20 AugLagos: Protesters gather outside town hall, rallying against Meia Praia hotel development which puts wildlife at risk
Around 50 protestors gathered outside Lagos Town Hall yesterday to rally against the construction of three tourist developments in the Meia Praia area, calling for work to be halted until the project has been properly assessed. Chief among the concerned parties’ concerns is the lack of insight into the possible environ
Algarve Daily News20 AugAlgarve: GNR uncovers huge fuel cache along Aljezur coast linked to suspected international drug trafficking
Portugal’s National Republican Guard (GNR) has seized 6,750 litres of petrol, four vehicles, and a mobile phone in the Algarvian municipality of Aljezur, in an operation targeting what authorities believe was equipment intended to facilitate international drug trafficking.
Algarve Daily News20 AugExtreme heat leaves dozens of fish dead near Armação de Pêra, as Council urgently works to fix issue
Critically low oxygen levels in the water of the Alcantarilha creek near Armação de Pêra, caused by extreme heat, are leading to the washing up of dozens of dead fish. The local council has been prompted to urgently prepare an operation to flush and replenish the waterway.
Portugal Resident20 AugForeign-owned companies account for almost half of Portugal’s exports
Foreign-owned companies account for almost half of Portugal’s exports despite representing only around 3% of the country’s business sector, according to a new study by Informa D&B. The report, released The post Foreign-owned companies account for almost half of Portugal’s exports appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 AugPortugal ranks among world's leading liberal democracies
Portugal remains one of the world’s leading liberal democracies, ranking 26th in the most recent Liberal Democracy Index compiled by the Varieties of Democracy (V-Dem) project.
Portugal Resident20 AugPigeon-killing virus spreads to six Azores islands
A highly contagious virus that has been killing pigeons and doves in the Azores has spread further across the archipelago and is now confirmed on six of its nine islands. The post Pigeon-killing virus spreads to six Azores islands appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 AugPortuguese Magic: In Modern Times – 1500 to Present – Part 4
In parts one, two and three of this series, I have sought to show how the territory now known as Portugal was successively invaded by ethnicities such as Lusitanian, Celt, The post Portuguese Magic: In Modern Times – 1500 to Present – Part 4 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 Aug6,750 litres of fuel seized in suspected Aljezur drug-smuggling operation
Around 6,750 litres of petrol believed to have been intended for high-speed boats involved in international drug trafficking have been seized in the Algarve municipality of Aljezur. The operation was The post 6,750 litres of fuel seized in suspected Aljezur drug-smuggling operation appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 AugPortuguese Youth Orchestra performs to sold-out audience
The Portuguese Youth Orchestra (JOP) has returned from Berlin following a sold-out performance at the Young Euro Classic festival.
The Portugal News20 AugStay Cool network launches climate refuges in Portugal
The Stay Cool network includes 18 certified climate refuges in the Alentejo area, spread across the municipalities of Almodôvar, Arronches, Castelo de Vide, Cuba, and Mourão, according to a statement issued by the Alentejo and Ribatejo Regional Tourism Authority (ERT).
The Portugal News20 AugMore than 3 tonnes of cocaine seized in Portugal
More than three tonnes of cocaine have been seized and three men arrested following a joint operation by Portuguese and Spanish police targeting an international drug trafficking network.
The Portugal News20 AugProperty of the Week: Beautiful Character Quinta-Style Villa Near Loulé
Set amidst the peaceful Algarve countryside, just minutes from the vibrant city of Loulé, this charming quinta-style villa effortlessly combines traditional Portuguese character with modern comfort.
The Portugal News20 AugPortugal ranks among top 10 for global quality of life
Portugal has solidified its position among the world’s top ten nations for foreign residents, ranking 8th out of 31 countries in InterNations’ Expat Insider 2026 study.
Portugal Resident20 AugPortugal’s president approves ‘burqa law’ banning face coverings in public
President António José Seguro has approved legislation banning clothing that conceals the face in public spaces, giving the go-ahead to the controversial measure widely known as Portugal’s “burqa law”. Although The post Portugal’s president approves ‘burqa law’ banning face coverings in public appeared first on Portuga
The Portugal News20 AugRenfe shifts high-speed rail plans to Portugal
Renfe is preparing to launch high-speed rail services in Portugal, shifting its focus after regulatory obstacles delayed a project in France.
The Portugal News20 AugFATACIL returns to Lagoa for 10 days of events
One of the Algarve's biggest summer events returns to Lagoa tomorrow, 21 August, bringing 10 days of concerts, food, crafts, agriculture and entertainment.
Portugal Resident20 AugWrong-way bridge e-scooter rider had 2.25g/l alcohol level
The man filmed riding an electric scooter against traffic on Lisbon’s 25 de Abril Bridge earlier this week had a blood alcohol level of 2.25g/l, Portugal’s PSP police have revealed. The post Wrong-way bridge e-scooter rider had 2.25g/l alcohol level appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 AugVIKING Cruises to recruit at Blue Careers and Employment Fair in Portugal
VIKING Cruises will be looking to strengthen its workforce at the 15th Blue Careers and Employment Fair, taking place in Lisbon on 15 October 2026.